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Data center proposed for Polk County

Polk County, FL · 1d

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Downtown Lakeland Hosts First Italian Festival Under the Stars Tonight

Downtown Lakeland is set for its first taste of Italy tonight, as the Lakeland Italian Festival “Under the Stars” takes over South Kentucky Avenue from 5 to 10 p.m. with free admission, live performances and a cannoli eating contest. The inaugural event is hosted by the Italian American Club of Central Florida and promises an evening of family fun, authentic food, vendors, and live music and entertainment.

Lakeland, FL · 2d
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Polk County seeks public input on potential high-speed rail station

LAKELAND, Fla. — Polk County leaders are looking for public feedback as they study the possibility of adding a high-speed passenger rail station along the I-4 corridor. The Polk County Transportation Planning Organization recently launched an online survey to help determine a potential location for the station and identify the benefits it could bring to the area.

Polk County, FL · 21h
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Publix Expands in Polk County: New Shopping Center Signals More Commercial Real Estate Opportunities in Central Florida

Publix Super Markets is making another move in Central Florida’s commercial real estate market, with the Lakeland-based grocery giant set to anchor a new shopping center in Polk County, Florida. The development, reported by the Tampa Bay Business Journal on November 9, 2026, adds to a growing list of grocery-anchored retail projects reshaping one of Florida’s important commercial growth corridors.

Polk County, FL · 21h
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The Citrus Tea News

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James Fishback to Speak in Lakeland Nov. 16

James Fishback speaks at Cleveland Heights Golf Course in Lakeland Monday, Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. The free event is hosted by Polk County Young Republicans. The post James Fishback to Speak in Lakeland Nov. 16 first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Becky McLachlan . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Lakeland, FL · 12h

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Things to Do This Weekend in Polk County: Christmas Comes Early in Bartow and Lakeland Goes Country! Nov. 6–8

Stroll Lakeland’s First Friday with your best Western look, because Kentucky Avenue is going absolutely COUNTRY! Or, head on over to First Friday in Downtown Winter Haven for shopping and live music at Bowen Yard and the Ritz!. Ready or not, Christmas opens in Bartow on Saturday as the...

Polk County, FL · 3d

The Citrus Tea News

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Auburndale Data Center Planned for 700 MW As Residents Get First Chance to Speak at City Workshop

Project Sunshine in Auburndale has plans for a 700MW Data Center on Pace Road. Residents get their first chance to speak up about it on Tuesday. The post Auburndale Data Center Planned for 700 MW As Residents Get First Chance to Speak at City Workshop first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Becky McLachlan . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Auburndale, FL · 9h

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After Amendment 3, Lakeland Arts Public Funding Faces an Uncertain Future

The statewide passage last week of Amendment 3, a ballot measure to reduce property taxes, has left Lakeland arts organizations wondering how much public funding the city can sustain as revenue shrinks. “Everything’s on the table right now,” Commissioner Terry Coney said Thursday, Nov. 5, at a Mayor’s Council on...

Lakeland, FL · 19h

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Haines City warns developers it lacks water capacity | Exclusive

Haines City has already stretched its potable water and wastewater capacity beyond its regulatory limits, but has found a way to continue approving new construction — at the developers' own risk. City Commissioners voted unanimously on Nov. 5 to approve a Concurrency Developer Agreement for all new construction applications going forward. Haines City officials admit they cannot guarantee when the city will have adequate drinking water or wastewater services available, and are putting developers on notice. "We have recognized the deficiencies in our utility system," Interim City Attorney Seth Claytor said. "Until that is resolved, no vertical construction would be approved. " It's a workaround to prevent implementing a moratorium on new development as the city faces water shortages and infrastructural strain on its wastewater system. Developers who sign the agreement have to agree to hold the city and its employees harmless, aiming to limiting their ability to sue if projects get stranded. "It's the best protection I can give the municipality," Claytor said. Deputy City Manager James Keene said any developments applying for approvals will be required to sign it, understanding that they can begin paperwork and horizontal development such as laying or relocating utilities, paving roads, curbs and

Haines City, FL · 3d

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Tampa Bay’s first Spirit Christmas store opens (yes, that Spirit)

Being in the holiday Spirit has new meaning this year. Spirit Christmas, the holiday-themed shop from spooky season pop-up Spirit Halloween, is now open at 2522 McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater. 2026 marks the Tampa Bay Area debut of the holiday season pop-up from the Spirit team famous for taking...

Clearwater, FL · 20h

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Polk county trashes pilot program aimed at curbing illegal dumping around Haines City

Polk County is throwing out a pilot program aimed at reducing illegal dumping after cases actually went up in the target area.

Polk County, FL · 3d

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Polk County festival explores health through arts

Could a song or a paintbrush be just what the doctor ordered? A Polk County festival is exploring that connection. Dozens of events are popping up across the community, all aimed at boosting mental and physical health through the arts. FOX 13's Mark Wilson reports.

Polk County, FL · 13h

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Florida ground zero for dengue in US; here’s the area driving the outbreak

PLANTATION, Fla. — Florida has become ground zero in the United States’ fight against dengue fever, as climate change has not only become a breeding ground for more mosquitoes, but ones with a more potent viral bite. “As of Oct. 30, 904 cases (of dengue), of which 60%...

Florida · 14h

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Havendale Christmas Parade Returns Dec. 4, With A Second Winter Haven Parade Dec. 19

The Havendale Christmas Parade returns Dec. 4 along Havendale Boulevard into Auburndale. A Jewett Alumni Association parade follows Dec. 19 in Winter Haven. The post Havendale Christmas Parade Returns Dec. 4, With A Second Winter Haven Parade Dec. 19 first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Citrus Tea Staff . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Winter Haven, FL · 17h

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Polk County teachers set to receive $3,700 pay increase after referendum passes

Polk County teachers say they feel valued and supported after voters overwhelmingly approved a property tax increase to boost education funding.

Polk County, FL · 3d

Lakeland Gazette

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Polk County Voters Approve 1-Mill School Tax Increase

Polk County voters approved a 1.0 ad valorem millage (1-mill) property tax increase on November 3, 2026. The measure passed with approximately 60% of the vote (145,311 “Yes” to 94,758 “No”). This marks the first time Polk County voters have passed an operational school tax referendum...

Polk County, FL · 3d

Lakeland Gazette

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Auburndale to Hold Special Meeting on Massive New Data Center Plans

Commissioners will consider plans for the proposed Auburndale Technology Center, which will be built into existing warehouse space at 810 and 820 Pace Road, south of Interstate 4 and east of Polk Parkway. Located near Florida Polytechnic University, the land was designated as part of the Central Florida Innovation District,...

Auburndale, FL · 1d

The Citrus Tea News

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Bartow Electric System Inventory Starts Nov. 9 as Osmose Crews Map 13,400 Poles and 13,600 Meters in $486,174 Project

Bartow Electric Utility hired Osmose Utilities Services to inventory about 13,400 poles and 13,600 meters in a $486,174 project that begins with a Nov. 9 pilot. The post Bartow Electric System Inventory Starts Nov. 9 as Osmose Crews Map 13,400 Poles and 13,600 Meters in $486,174 Project first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Steven Steiner . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Bartow, FL · 2d

The Citrus Tea News

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Polk Landowner Expo Comes To Fort Meade Nov. 10 With Sessions On Conservation Easements And Cost-Share Programs

Polk County's landowner expo comes to Fort Meade Nov. 10 with sessions on conservation easements, cost-share programs and mitigation banking for farm owners. The post Polk Landowner Expo Comes To Fort Meade Nov. 10 With Sessions On Conservation Easements And Cost-Share Programs first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Becky McLachlan . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Polk County, FL · 23h